Fall 2023

Fall 2023

Grist Mills of the Western North Carolina Mountains
Crafters, growers, makers, and more; for many, farmers markets are the best venue to peddle their wares. Although summer is crowned market season, many of these markets are open through autumn.
Guitar, vocals, lyrics—the Asheville-based musician does it all. Go behind the scenes to learn about Ramsey’s life on the road, the joys of playing music live, and his journey home.
New Asheville Museum of History explores WNC’s roots
Artists tap creative meaning of “Embellishments”
The latest from throughout Western North Carolina
Native to the rocky, wooded slopes of Western North Carolina, this tree offers up brilliant red foliage in the fall
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
In September and October, the orange-hued monarch butterfly visits Western North Carolina
In six impactful new offerings, local authors make every word count
Sculptor Shae Bishop’s mixture of clay and textile reflects on gender, history, and culture
A young craftsman in Avery County uses steel and local materials to construct handmade knives
The life and legacy of celebrated bluegrass musician Earl Scruggs gets a standing ovation in his native Shelby
Perched on a ridge, the award-winning design of this mountain home is anything but rustic
Bringing the taste of autumn to life with rutabaga dishes
Craft beers bag awards and global acclaim
A behind-the-scenes look at making goat cheese
Co-authored by two proud Appalachians, a new cookbook shares more than just recipes
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